Global Cloud Fleet/EZ Fleet releases the VS800 Video Solution, giving Fleet Managers an AI based solution for visibility on the road and in the vehicle cabin

SAN DIEGO, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Global Cloud Fleet, a leading solution provider for vehicle telematics, announced today the release of their new AI powered video solution that effortlessly combines dual-facing video with cutting edge telematics.

The VS800 Video Solution seamlessly pairs with Global Cloud Fleet’s EZ750 telematics gateway, optimizing GPS fleet tracking. The video camera utilizes edge processing to identify «critical events», events that are most important to fleet…

SAN DIEGO, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Global Cloud Fleet, a leading solution provider for vehicle telematics, announced today the release of their new AI powered video solution that effortlessly combines dual-facing video with cutting edge telematics.

The VS800 Video Solution seamlessly pairs with Global Cloud Fleet’s EZ750 telematics gateway, optimizing GPS fleet tracking. The video camera utilizes edge processing to identify «critical events», events that are most important to fleet managers, and then brings high quality video footage of that event from both the road view and cabin view.

Along with that, the video solution provides real-time notifications as well as in-cab driver alerts of these critical events. Both features offer innovative solutions to widespread fleet management and overall driver safety.

The team showcased its dedication towards optimizing its product’s performance while keeping its cost below much of the market’s comparable solutions.

«Edge processing, which is identifying and uploading only events that are of interest, is the future for all video solutions. What Global Cloud Fleet has done is put this technology into a cost effective package and made it affordable for everyone,» says Greg Jones, COO of Global Cloud Fleet.

The VS800 Video Solution can be purchased as a complete package or as an upgrade to the EZ750 gateway, allowing a flexible deployment capability that many other solutions cannot offer.

For more information on this product visit: Global Cloud Fleet Product Page

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About Global Cloud Fleet:

Global Cloud Fleet is the leading end to end provider for all equipment, vehicle, and asset tracking and monitoring. We prioritize the offering of a complete product and software solution that is user friendly and intuitive, affordable, and customized to perfectly service your unique needs so that you can secure a sustainable and profitable business in our industry.

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AI Adoption By Auto Insurers Grows Exponentially In 2020

CHICAGO, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — CCC Information Services (CCC), an AI leader in insurance technology, reports a more than 50 percent year-over-year increase in claims processed using deep learning. The company also reports that more than 5 million unique claims have been processed using a CCC deep learning AI solution, and the number of claims using two or more of its AI applications has more than doubled year over year. Today, more than 75 auto insurers are actively applying CCC’s advanced AI…

CHICAGO, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — CCC Information Services (CCC), an AI leader in insurance technology, reports a more than 50 percent year-over-year increase in claims processed using deep learning. The company also reports that more than 5 million unique claims have been processed using a CCC deep learning AI solution, and the number of claims using two or more of its AI applications has more than doubled year over year. Today, more than 75 auto insurers are actively applying CCC’s advanced AI to power claims decisions and improve policyholder experiences.

«The growth we’re seeing in AI adoption is tied to our proven ability to deliver actionable insights with advancing precision,» said John Goodson, senior vice president, technology, CCC. «The CCC Cloud platform is built for speed and scale and today processes 2.7 billion transactions per day. We are powering AI innovations at scale and are proud to help each client use AI to provide a tailored experience for their customers.»

The sharp growth of AI-powered claims is driven by: 

  • Increased Adoption: As usage of CCC’s mobile technology has reached a tipping point, insurers have quickly turned to AI to further speed and inform the claims process. The number of insurers using CCC’s proven AI solutions grew more than 30 percent year-over-year.
  • Expanded Application: Innovation has driven AI into multiple phases of the claims process, and today includes estimating, audit, total loss handling, AI-based data validation, and more as the industry progresses towards its vision of straight-through processing.
  • Personalized Decisions: With more than 300 active AI models supporting client-specific rules, insurers and their customers are benefitting from more personalized claims decisions.

A leader in AI-informed solutions, CCC’s application of AI expands beyond claims decision making. CCC’s solutions leverage AI to improve customer interactions, streamline operations, and digitize assessments. Whether applying language recognition to better engage consumers, computer vision to assess medical bills, or deep learning to accelerate decisions across the claims lifecycle, CCC continues to apply AI to improve interactions and operations across the network. 

«Artificial intelligence is contributing to safer, more accurate, and accelerated decisions across the APD claims lifecycle and across the P&C insurance ecosystem,» said Barrett Callaghan, executive vice president, markets and customer success, CCC. «Policyholders are benefiting from expedited processing. Lienholders can now be notified of a total loss days earlier. And AI is helping to ensure repair facilities big and small receive a greater percentage of repairable vehicles, eliminating noise and increasing productivity. The benefits of increased AI adoption span the network.»

Learn more about CCC’s advanced AI solutions.

About CCC
CCC is a leading SaaS platform for the multi-trillion-dollar P&C insurance economy powering operations for insurers, repairers, automakers, part suppliers, lenders, and more. CCC cloud technology connects more than 30,000 businesses digitizing mission-critical workflows, commerce, and customer experiences. A trusted leader in AI, IoT, customer experience, network and workflow management, CCC delivers innovations that keep people’s lives moving forward when it matters most. Learn more about CCC at www.cccis.com.

 

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NATSO, Trucking Groups Urge Centers for Disease Control to Designate Truckstops as Mobile Vaccine Sites

ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — NATSO, representing the nation’s truckstops and travel plazas, along with a coalition representing trucking fleets and truck drivers in need, urged the Centers for Disease Control to designate truckstops and travel plazas as mobile vaccination sites to leverage existing truckstop locations for the distribution of vaccines to professional truck drivers and truckstop employees.

ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — NATSO, representing the nation’s truckstops and travel plazas, along with a coalition representing trucking fleets and truck drivers in need, urged the Centers for Disease Control to designate truckstops and travel plazas as mobile vaccination sites to leverage existing truckstop locations for the distribution of vaccines to professional truck drivers and truckstop employees.

The very nature of the trucking, truckstop and travel plaza industries allows an opportunity to have an immediate and meaningful impact on the distribution of vaccines to essential truckstop employees and truck drivers, the groups said in a letter to CDC Director Rochelle Walensky.

NATSO was joined in signing the letter by the American Trucking Associations, the Truckload Carriers Association, National Private Truck Council, National Association of Small Trucking Companies, St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, and the Tank Truck Carriers.

«Truckstops and travel plazas are designed to cater to the unique needs of truck drivers who spend hundreds of days each year away from home,» said NATSO President and CEO Lisa Mullings. «Commercial drivers who are unable to access medical services in their home state or while driving a tractor trailer already are accustomed to accessing these service at truckstops and travel centers. Designating our network as mobile vaccination sites will ensure efficient vaccinations for the essential truck drivers who deliver America’s needs as well as the employees who serve them.»

Utilizing truckstops and travel plazas as mobile vaccination sites would alleviate significant challenges that truck drivers currently face in receiving an expedient vaccine. Many states, for example, currently require proof of residency to receive a vaccine.

Truck drivers should be allowed to receive a vaccine in a state other than that within which they reside due to their length of time on the road and away from home. Truck drivers also must be allowed to receive their second vaccination at a different location as it is improbable that they would have the ability to return to the primary vaccination site on a specific date or time.

«TCA continues to be awed by the dedication of the hardworking men and women in our industry who put their own health and wellbeing on the line to ensure the vaccine makes it safely to its final destination, all while wondering when they will be able to receive their own shots,» said John Lyboldt, President of the Truckload Carriers Association. «We stand ready to help in any way possible to alleviate this concern and urge the CDC to prioritize the trucking industry as the vaccination effort expands.»

«We’re grateful to be working with industry partners to ensure the trucking industry has access to the vaccine while out on the road,» said Dan Horvath, Vice President, Safety Policy, for the American Trucking Associations. «We cannot expect drivers—some of whom are actively transporting the vaccine—to return to their home domicile in order to receive the vaccine. Removing the red tape and using truckstops and travel plazas as mobile distribution sites exclusively for our industry will assist in making the vaccine available for those who choose to receive it.»

«Throughout the last year truck drivers have continued risking their lives to bring us food, supplies, medical equipment, PPE, and now, vaccines,» said Donna Kennedy, Executive Director of the St. Christopher Relief Fund. «It only seems right that our Highway Heroes, these essential workers, be prioritized with immunization against the virus. The St. Christopher Fund feels that it is vital for truck drivers to receive COVID-19 vaccines as soon as possible, and that they have easy access to the vaccines. To help with this, we are working with pharmacies and NATSO to make a nationwide plan to have vaccine clinics at truck stops.»

NATSO is the trade association of America’s travel plaza and truckstop industry. Founded in 1960, NATSO represents the industry on legislative and regulatory matters; serves as the official source of information on the diverse travel plaza and truckstop industry; provides education to its members; conducts an annual convention and trade show; and supports efforts to generally improve the business climate in which its members operate.

Contact:
Tiffany Wlazlowski Neuman
Vice President, Public Affairs
(703) 739-8578

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Lear’s Pine Grove Facility Manufactures Over 4 Million Face Masks

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, today announced that it has manufactured and distributed more than 4 million face masks from its Pine Grove, Pa., facility since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, today announced that it has manufactured and distributed more than 4 million face masks from its Pine Grove, Pa., facility since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lear installed mask-making equipment at the facility in 2020, in response to the COVID-19 crisis, with capacity available to make 600,000 units per week. From Pine Grove, Lear has distributed masks to distributors, schools, hospitals, civic departments, non-profits and company employees.

Given the aims of the recent Executive Order on Sustainable Public Health Supply Chain to build long-term capability in the United States to manufacture medical supplies for health care crises, the Pine Grove facility continues to be ready to supply domestic customers with locally made face masks.

«We continue to make available our manufacturing and technology resources to help address this health care crisis,» said Ray Scott, Lear President and CEO. «It’s important that we work together to help protect our communities, families and coworkers, and keep businesses operating.»

Using innovative cloth and fabric solutions from Lear’s Guilford Performance Textiles business, employees at the Pine Grove facility completed training to operate the mask-making machines and practice health protocols from Lear’s Safe Work Playbook to safely operate during the pandemic.

For their efforts, the plant was honored with Lear’s 2020 CEO Special Appreciation Award, the company’s highest award given to the plant or team that went above and beyond their day-to-day responsibilities to make a difference.

«The quick and safe implementation of face mask production capabilities at Pine Grove was made possible by the global Lear team’s procurement and engineering work and support from our union partners and the local government,» Scott said.  

About Lear Corporation
Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Our diverse team of talented employees in 38 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world and ranks 166 on the Fortune 500.

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Diamond Resorts Offers Exclusive Golf Getaway Packages as Travelers Embrace the Socially Distant Sport

LAS VEGAS, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Diamond Resorts®, a global leader in the hospitality, vacation ownership and entertainment industries, announces exclusive Golf Getaway packages for travelers looking to hit the links during their next vacation. Known for hosting the LPGA’s most unique professional golf…

LAS VEGAS, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Diamond Resorts®, a global leader in the hospitality, vacation ownership and entertainment industries, announces exclusive Golf Getaway packages for travelers looking to hit the links during their next vacation. Known for hosting the LPGA’s most unique professional golf tournament, Diamond is bringing the action to their resorts across the country. Diamond members also have special access to exclusive events with golf stars, including Annika Sörenstam, Brian Gay, Nate Lashley, Blair O’Neal and Brittany Lincicome throughout the year.

The limited-time Golf Getaway package is available at Diamond-managed properties in Sedona (travel through Nov. 24, 2021) and Orlando (travel through June 30, 2021), including Mystic Dunes Resort & Golf Club, The Ridge on Sedona Golf Resort, Sedona Summit, Bell Rock Inn and Los Abrigados Resort & Spa. Guests can book this 3-night Golf Getaway package until April 30, 2021, for travel through the dates specified above. The package includes spacious accommodations at the resort of their choice and two rounds of golf. Each package will also include access to resort amenities, including pools and fitness centers at select properties. Diamond’s condo-style accommodations are perfectly suited for social distancing and feature multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, dining and living areas, home offices and in-suite laundry.

«It has been incredible to see the popularity of golf skyrocket in recent years, especially among younger generations,» said Mike Flaskey, CEO of Diamond Resorts. «We’ve seen this trend first-hand at our properties and with the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions. This year’s tournament was the most-watched season opener in 12 years and ratings have grown 10 percent year-over-year. Golf is the perfect way to stay active, get outdoors and have fun, and we are proud to offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences to novices and pros alike!»

According to the National Golf Foundation, rounds of golf played are up nearly 50 percent this winter compared to 2019, and up significantly over the entire year as players flock to the socially distant sport.

Known for providing its members with unforgettable entertainment experiences, Diamond Resorts has resumed private events under strict safety protocols. In January, the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions opened the LPGA season in Orlando. Throughout the year, Diamond members will have special access to reserve spots at upcoming events with Diamond Celebrity ambassadors like country music stars Jana Kramer, Colt Ford, Cole Swindell, and sports legends like Michael Waltrip and golf greats.

ABOUT DIAMOND RESORTS®
Diamond Resorts offers destinations, events and experiences to help members make a habit of breaking from the routine. From unforgettable getaways to exclusive concert series to VIP receptions and dinners, members turn to Diamond to recharge, reconnect and remind each other what matters most. Our focus on quality resorts, customer service and flexibility means members can return to a favorite resort, book a cruise to explore new countries or attend a once-in-a-lifetime event with the same level of confidence and anticipation. With access to a world of entertainment and activities, a Diamond membership ensures that people are always looking forward to vacation.

To learn more about Diamond Resorts, visit DiamondResorts.com or follow @DiamondResorts on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. To learn more about the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions, visit DiamondLPGA.com and follow @TheVacationDR on Twitter and Instagram. Join the social conversation with #DiamondLPGA.

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Dahua Expands AI Inclusivity with Updated WizSense

HANGZHOU, China, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Dahua Technology, a world leading video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, recently released its updated WizSense – a series of AI products and complete end-to-end solutions based on deep learning that focus on human and vehicle. It benefits users with intelligent functions, simple configuration and inclusive products.

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HANGZHOU, China, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Dahua Technology, a world leading video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, recently released its updated WizSense – a series of AI products and complete end-to-end solutions based on deep learning that focus on human and vehicle. It benefits users with intelligent functions, simple configuration and inclusive products.

Dahua Expands AI Inclusivity with Updated WizSense

The updated WizSense features SMD 3.0, an upgraded version of SMD Plus. It can effectively filter out irrelevant objects such as animals, leaves, light, etc., providing an improved human/vehicle detection accuracy rate of 99%. It also offers a longer detection distance of 25 meters (2.8mm fixed focal camera). It is currently available on IPC, with plans to expand in the future.

In addition, the Active Deterrence function helps deter intruders in time with built-in mic, siren, and blue & red light. The newly added function One Click Arming/Disarming allows users to activate the camera’s siren and warning light at the same time with just a single click via the DMSS mobile app or NVR/XVR UI. Active Deterrence also sends a real-time push notification that shows the trigger type (human or vehicle), enabling users to act accordingly.

Moreover, the Time-sharing Monitoring function of WizSense allows users to preset camera positions based on time tasks. In a retail shop scenario for example, a PTZ camera (e.g., PTZ SD3A series) can actively monitor the store’s main area during day time, and automatically switch to the entrance during non-business hours. Additionally, this product line’s Two-way Talk allows users to communicate with the detected target through the DMSS app or PC client. Users can also create a ten-second customized voice audio, which can be used as greetings, reminders, warnings, etc.

Furthermore, the updated WizSense also carries out intelligent functions from the previous version, including Perimeter Protection, Face Recognition (up to 95% accuracy and <1s recognition speed), and AI Coding. With the company’s ISO/IEC 27701 certification from British Standards Institution (BSI), WizSense complies with the privacy protection requirements of ISO/IEC 27701:2019.

The updated WizSense can be deployed in a wide-range of application scenarios, making it an ideal monitoring solution that offers intelligence, simplicity, and inclusivity to customers. With its mission of «Enabling a safer society and smarter living», Dahua Technology will continue to focus on «Innovation, Quality and Service» to serve its partners and customers around the world.

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Dahua Expands AI Inclusivity with Updated WizSense

HANGZHOU, China, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Dahua Technology, a world leading video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, recently released its updated WizSense – a series of AI products and complete end-to-end solutions based on deep learning that focus on human and vehicle. It benefits users with intelligent functions, simple configuration and inclusive products.

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HANGZHOU, China, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Dahua Technology, a world leading video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, recently released its updated WizSense – a series of AI products and complete end-to-end solutions based on deep learning that focus on human and vehicle. It benefits users with intelligent functions, simple configuration and inclusive products.

Dahua Expands AI Inclusivity with Updated WizSense

The updated WizSense features SMD 3.0, an upgraded version of SMD Plus. It can effectively filter out irrelevant objects such as animals, leaves, light, etc., providing an improved human/vehicle detection accuracy rate of 99%. It also offers a longer detection distance of 25 meters (2.8mm fixed focal camera). It is currently available on IPC, with plans to expand in the future.

In addition, the Active Deterrence function helps deter intruders in time with built-in mic, siren, and blue & red light. The newly added function One Click Arming/Disarming allows users to activate the camera’s siren and warning light at the same time with just a single click via the DMSS mobile app or NVR/XVR UI. Active Deterrence also sends a real-time push notification that shows the trigger type (human or vehicle), enabling users to act accordingly.

Moreover, the Time-sharing Monitoring function of WizSense allows users to preset camera positions based on time tasks. In a retail shop scenario for example, a PTZ camera (e.g., PTZ SD3A series) can actively monitor the store’s main area during day time, and automatically switch to the entrance during non-business hours. Additionally, this product line’s Two-way Talk allows users to communicate with the detected target through the DMSS app or PC client. Users can also create a ten-second customized voice audio, which can be used as greetings, reminders, warnings, etc.

Furthermore, the updated WizSense also carries out intelligent functions from the previous version, including Perimeter Protection, Face Recognition (up to 95% accuracy and <1s recognition speed), and AI Coding. With the company’s ISO/IEC 27701 certification from British Standards Institution (BSI), WizSense complies with the privacy protection requirements of ISO/IEC 27701:2019.

The updated WizSense can be deployed in a wide-range of application scenarios, making it an ideal monitoring solution that offers intelligence, simplicity, and inclusivity to customers. With its mission of «Enabling a safer society and smarter living», Dahua Technology will continue to focus on «Innovation, Quality and Service» to serve its partners and customers around the world.

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Host Agency Levarté Travel Officially Opens

FRISCO, Texas, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Levarté Travel is excited to announce it is open and ready for the dream makers of the world. Founded by CEO and travel veteran Lori Speers, this host travel agency offers a range of options for travel professionals. Levarté, meaning to raise or lift, is the essence of what Speers wants to accomplish.

«Levarté is the host agency both for professionals new to the business and for veterans who want to scale their…

FRISCO, Texas, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Levarté Travel is excited to announce it is open and ready for the dream makers of the world. Founded by CEO and travel veteran Lori Speers, this host travel agency offers a range of options for travel professionals. Levarté, meaning to raise or lift, is the essence of what Speers wants to accomplish.

«Levarté is the host agency both for professionals new to the business and for veterans who want to scale their business ten times over again,» says Speers. «We offer multiple membership levels, and based on your expertise, we will bring you along the entire adventure with training, support, and wonderful vacation opportunities just for you.»

Unique to the industry, Levarté Travel offers three levels of membership. LevNEW is for beginners; LevUP is for those with some travel planning experience; and LevPRO is for those with years of travel industry experience. Those who join by March 31, 2021 will receive special pricing on registration.

LevPRO members can earn more than $40,000 in annual commissions, plus a strategic planning session with Speers to outline a custom business plan to ensure they reach their dream goals. «It is ideal for an exclusive caliber of Travel Advisors who have bookings down and want to grow their business,» says Speers.

With its LevNEW and LevUP levels of membership, Levarté Travel welcomes industry beginners and those with some experience. Depending on the level of expertise and membership, members will be guided through a journey that teaches the intricacies of booking travel, along with training from thousands of Levarté Travel suppliers and travel partners.

Levarté Travel is perfect for those who want their dream of owning a business to come true. Learn more and join Levarté Travel by visiting www.levartetravel.com.

About Levarté Travel

Levarté Travel provides resources for travel enthusiasts to turn their passion into a thriving business. Led by travel industry veteran and CEO Lori Speers, Levarté Travel enables independent advisors to achieve financial freedom, explore the world through fun and unique experiences, and create unforgettable memories for clients. Levarté Travel offers those who want financial freedom the ability to travel the world while running their own business.

CONTACT: Nicole Boyd
972-259-0298
304221@email4pr.com

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Now Accepting Reservations: Taormina’s Legendary San Domenico Palace Enters a New Era, Reopening as a Four Seasons Hotel this Summer

TAORMINA, Italy, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Perched high above the deep blue waters of the Ionian Sea and in the magnetic presence of Mount Etna, one of Europe’s most storied hotels will soon be reborn as San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four…

TAORMINA, Italy, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Perched high above the deep blue waters of the Ionian Sea and in the magnetic presence of Mount Etna, one of Europe’s most storied hotels will soon be reborn as San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel.

«This is truly a jewel in our crown of historic properties throughout the Mediterranean region, and the perfect complement to our beloved Four Seasons hotels in Milan and Florence,» says Simon Casson, President, Hotel Operations – Europe, Middle East and Africa. «San Domenico Palace is a legend in European hospitality, and it is our honour to welcome the hotel into our portfolio on the occasion of its 125th anniversary.»

Returning to his home country from his most recent Four Seasons assignments in Dubai and a round-the-world career in luxury hospitality, General Manager Lorenzo Maraviglia leads a dedicated team that is writing a new chapter in the history of San Domenico Palace.  «We are delighted to reopen in summer, Taormina’s high season, so that we can welcome our guests for a uniquely Sicilian holiday experience.  Taormina’s landmarks are at our doorstep, and the ancient Greek Theatre is a stroll away as are countless other historic sites to discover, endless countryside for scenic hikes, and the siren call of Isola Bella and the Grotta Azzura – part of an exclusive yacht excursion that is just one of the bespoke experiences we are planning for our guests.»

Built on the site of a 14th century Dominican convent, the San Domenico Hotel first came to life in 1896 with the addition of a new building in Italian Liberty style (today’s Grand Hotel Wing) adjacent to accommodations converted from former quarters in the Ancient Convent Wing.  It soon became a highlight on the Grand Tour, favoured by royalty and nobility and increasingly, a colourful cast of artists, writers and Hollywood stars.  Set amid lush Italian gardens with sweeping sea views, the Hotel pairs contemporary art with antiquities and architectural relics throughout.  Intimate at just 111 guest rooms and suites (some with private terraces and plunge pools), the Hotel also boasts a spa and gym, and an infinity pool terrace.

The culinary team is led by Sicilian-born Executive Chef Massimo Mantarro, whose signature style is showcased at the award-winning Principe Cerami.  Etna’s rich terroir is the inspiration for a memorable culinary journey enhanced by Sicilian wines here and at the additional dining options, including Anciovi, a fabulous poolside restaurant, and Rosso, the all-day-dining venue with a spectacular terrace.

More than 1,700 square metres (18,300 square feet) of beautiful indoor-outdoor event spaces invite both corporate retreats and social gatherings, and wedding couples will love the opportunity to exchange vows in this historic setting.

Be among the first to experience a new chapter in the storied history of San Domenico Palace: In celebration of its reopening this summer, San Domenico Palace is extending an Introductory Offer that includes 20 percent savings on the room rate and breakfast for two with a minimum two night stay through November 2021. To make a reservation, book online or call +39 0942 613111.

Wedding couples, event hosts and meeting planners are invited to contact catering.sdh@fourseasons.com to inquire about event facilities and arrange virtual site tours.

Four Seasons in Italy

Joining two sister properties in Milan and Florence, San Domenico Palace is the latest historic property to be reborn as a Four Seasons experience.  Four Seasons Hotel Milano is a chic urban sanctuary built on centuries of history in the Fashion District, while Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is a Renaissance palazzo boasting the city’s largest private garden.

For a modern-day Italian Grand Tour, Four Seasons is currently offering From Italy with Love, where guests receive a EUR 85 credit for spa or food and beverage with a minimum of two nights each in two Four Seasons hotels in in the collection (four consecutive nights).  The offer is valid through November 2021, with more information available online.

Four Seasons has also just announced plans for development of the fourth property in its growing Italian collection, a new seaside resort on the Adriatic coast of Puglia, near Ostuni.

About Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts opened its first hotel in 1961, and since that time has been dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality. Currently operating 119 hotels and resorts, and 44 residential properties in major city centres and resort destinations in 47 countries, and with more than 50 projects under planning or development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world’s best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveller reviews and industry awards. For more information and reservations, visit fourseasons.com. For the latest news, visit press.fourseasons.com and follow @FourSeasonsPR on Twitter.

Media Contact:
Jordanna Gualtieri
fourseasons@kwtglobal.com 
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accesso® Broadens Partnership with Alterra Mountain Company to Deliver Contactless Mobile F&B Capabilities

ORLANDO, Fla., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — accesso Technology Group plc (AIM: ACSO), the premier technology solutions provider to leisure, entertainment and cultural markets, has expanded its partnership with <a target="_blank"…

ORLANDO, Fla., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — accesso Technology Group plc (AIM: ACSO), the premier technology solutions provider to leisure, entertainment and cultural markets, has expanded its partnership with Alterra Mountain Company to provide six of the company’s North American mountain destinations – Snowshoe Mountain Resort in West Virginia; Deer Valley Resort in Utah; Mammoth Mountain in California; Steamboat in Colorado; Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows in California; and, Blue Mountain Resort in Ontario, Canada – with mobile food and beverage (F&B) technology.  

Alterra Mountain Company currently leverages accesso‘s guest experience management technology, The Experience Engine™ (TE2), to power the app for its global season pass, Ikon Pass. The new and enhanced integration of technology enables more than 40 food and beverage service locations across six ski areas to provide guests access to mobile ordering and restaurant arrival time booking functionality. This augmented use of the TE2 solution also extends Alterra Mountain Company’s ability to establish guest profiles through a centralized guest identity and stored wallet feature and linking of mobile F&B purchases and restaurant arrival bookings.

The flexible operating model offered by accesso’s guest experience management platform provides operators a variety of ways to cater to guests’ mobile F&B needs. Guests have the power to curate the dining experience they desire, with easy access to dining information and menu specifics that they can explore at their own pace. Once they decide on their restaurant, they can book an arrival time or go straight to ordering their food. When ordering, guests can customize their selections, claim special offers customized for them and choose their preferred method of pickup or delivery order fulfillment – all through the Ikon Pass mobile app or a separate, standalone web portal. The multichannel availability of mobile F&B ordering with the TE2 solution eliminates any limitations on guests based on technology access, allowing them to order food from anywhere, at any time and with any device. Finally, the platform’s Kitchen Order Management System enables orders to be managed and delivered quickly and efficiently supporting an array of operating procedures.

«Over the last two years, we’ve seen the power of Accesso technology through our collaboration on the Ikon Pass app, which has enabled us to help provide our guests with new technologies that offer convenience and a seamless experience,» said Ellen Lee, senior vice president of digital marketing and experience, Alterra Mountain Company.

accesso’s food and beverage solution is designed to greatly streamline operations, providing staff access to the ordering system via traditional printers, mobile tablets and more. And, for seated dining areas, operators can offer same-day bookings or advance reservations, allowing for greater, more accurate capacity control, which is key for safety and security of guests and staff alike in the age of physical distancing. Additionally, operators benefit from the ability to craft data-driven, revenue-boosting up-sell and cross-sell opportunities that match the preferences of each unique guest, ensuring that offers are delivered at the right time and to the right person.

«We’re very proud to expand our partnership with Alterra Mountain Company – a forward-thinking leader in its industry – and look forward to working together to redefine F&B operations at several of its North American properties,» said Steve Brown, accesso CEO. «Today, harnessing the power of contactless technology is more important than ever. We appreciate the opportunity to support Alterra Mountain Company as it works to provide a convenient and unforgettable experience for its guests, while creating new opportunities for revenue generation in the process.»

About accesso Technology Group, plc

At accesso, we believe technology has the power to redefine the guest experience. Our patented and award-winning solutions drive increased revenue for attractions operators while improving the guest experience. Currently serving over 1,000 venues in 30 countries around the globe, accesso’s solutions help our clients streamline operations, generate increased revenues, improve guest satisfaction and harness the power of data to educate business and marketing decisions.

accesso invests heavily in research and development because our industries demand it, our clients benefit from it and it makes a positive impact on the guest experience.

Our commitment to improving the guest experience and helping our clients increase revenue is the core of our business. Our technology solutions allow venues to increase the volume and range of on- and off-site spending and to drive increased transaction-based revenue through cutting-edge ticketing, point-of-sale, virtual queuing, distribution and experience management software.

Many of our team members come from backgrounds working within the attractions and cultural industry. In this way, we are experienced operators who run a technology company serving attractions operators, versus a technology company that happens to serve the market. Our staff understands the day-to-day operations of managing complex venues and the challenges this creates, and together we strive to provide our clients and their guests with technology that empowers them to do more and enjoy more. From our agile development team to our dedicated client service specialists, every team member knows that their passion, integrity, commitment, teamwork and innovation are what drive our success.

accesso is a public company, listed on AIM: a market operated by the London Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.accesso.com. Follow accesso on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

About Alterra Mountain Company

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of 15 iconic year-round destinations, including the world’s largest heli-ski operation, offering the Ikon Pass, the new standard in season passes. The company owns and operates a range of recreation, hospitality, real estate development, food and beverage, retail and service businesses. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with destinations across the continent, Alterra Mountain Company is rooted in the spirit of the mountains and united by a passion for outdoor adventure. Alterra Mountain Company’s family of diverse playgrounds spans six U.S. states and three Canadian provinces: Steamboat and Winter Park in Colorado; Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain and Big Bear Mountain Resort in California; Stratton and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; Snowshoe in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec, Blue Mountain in Ontario; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; and, CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures in British Columbia. Also included in the portfolio is Alpine Aerotech, a worldwide helicopter support and maintenance service center in British Columbia, Canada. Alterra Mountain Company honors each destination’s unique character and authenticity and celebrates the legendary adventures and enduring memories they bring to everyone. For more information, please visit www.alterramtnco.com.

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